I am excited for you. There are so many good ideas on here. It feels so good when you discover a trick, try it, accomplish it and add another skill to your toolbox.
I could never buy enough books, watch enough tutorials, or take enough classes to replace what I have learned by reading on here. I am so grateful for this quilting board.
Bluebird, Elmers washable school glue, used for seams, basting, or binding, when dry will not gum up your needle, apply and hit it with an iron after. I bought the Arlenes glue many years ago, and I still have the bottles and multiple tips and I have been refilling the bottles with Elmers washable school glue since reading about it on here. I use it for my bindings, I iron after and have never had a problem with any of my needles.